University of California, Berkeley

HKSTP Reached out to World-class Universities in the US on Talent Nurturing and Sparked Huge Interest in Hong Kong's I&T Ecosystem

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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Meetings with NVIDIA, Google, LinkedIn to explore collaboration opportunities through HKSTP Innovation Mixer to the US West Coast

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    The huge participant interest saw eager conversations regarding cooperating with HKSTP and potential expansion to Hong Kong, Asia and beyond.
  • Hong Kong's status is on the rise as it has ascended to 9th in the UN's Global Frontiers Technology Readiness Index in 2023.
  • The research team showed immense interest in the funding and support to R&D in Hong Kong.
  • Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) was established in 2001 with a mission to position Hong Kong as an international innovation and technology (I&T) hub.

Around 150 US Tech Entrepreneurs, Investors and Talent Explored Vast Opportunities in Hong Kong I&T Ecosystem Through HKSTP Innovation Mixer Reception

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Friday, January 19, 2024
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With high engagement and huge interest generated, the event would contribute to HKSTP's mission in attracting global talent and investment to Hong Kong.

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  • With high engagement and huge interest generated, the event would contribute to HKSTP's mission in attracting global talent and investment to Hong Kong.
  • Around 150 US tech entrepreneur, investors and talent attended the "HKSTP Innovation Mixer - Make Your Mark in Hong Kong's Vibrant Tech Ecosystem" event to explore vast opportunities in Hong Kong's I&T sector.
  • Following the visits to Southeast Asia last year, HKSTP continued its Innovation Mixer to connect the tech talent and enterprises in the US with vast opportunities in Hong Kong, the GBA and Asia.
  • Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) was established in 2001 with a mission to position Hong Kong as an international innovation and technology (I&T) hub.

Kizoo leads financing round in Reservoir Neuroscience to restore health to the aging brain

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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Reservoir will use the funds to develop its novel class of drug compounds designed to restore health to the brain’s blood vessels to rejuvenate the aging brain.

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  • Reservoir will use the funds to develop its novel class of drug compounds designed to restore health to the brain’s blood vessels to rejuvenate the aging brain.
  • Reservoir’s unique approach to neurodegeneration was developed by co-founders Aaron Friedman and Vlad Senatorov, PhD neuroscientists from UC Berkeley who focus on understanding how aging blood vessels effect brain health.
  • The company aims to develop the first drug that specifically targets vascular disease as a new way to restore brain health during natural aging and in age-related diseases.
  • Reservoir's therapeutic strategy seeks to restore health to blood vessels to reverse degenerative damage that spreads from the blood vessels to the brain.

Slingshot Biosciences Announces Election of Nicolas Barthelemy as Executive Chair

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
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Slingshot Biosciences Inc., a leader in the development of cell mimics for cell therapy, diagnostics, and rare disease research, is proud to announce the addition of Nicolas Barthelemy as its Executive Chair.

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  • Slingshot Biosciences Inc., a leader in the development of cell mimics for cell therapy, diagnostics, and rare disease research, is proud to announce the addition of Nicolas Barthelemy as its Executive Chair.
  • “We have been working closely with Nicolas over the last two years and are excited to bring his experience, operational expertise, and strategic insights to bear on this next phase of our growth,” said Dr. Jeffrey Kim - CEO & President of Slingshot Biosciences.
  • Nicolas also currently holds board positions at Repligen, Inc., Biocare Medical, and Nanocellect.
  • With end-applications ranging from Research and Bioprocessing to Hematology, Diagnostics and Therapeutics, we have the opportunity to build a company that could meaningfully impact a very broad area of Life Sciences,” said Nicolas Barthelemy.

Puente Project Leadership Program brings 1,100 Ninth Graders to Cal State LA to Explore College Degree Paths

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Monday, January 29, 2024
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Students participating in the Puente Project work to build a better future for themselves and their families with the support of the Puente project.

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  • Students participating in the Puente Project work to build a better future for themselves and their families with the support of the Puente project.
  • I encourage others to join in supporting the Puente Project, which has built an excellent record of success in recent decades."
  • The Puente Project is co-sponsored by the University of California and the California Community College Chancellor's Office.
  • The majority of Puente students are likely to be the first in their families to pursue a college degree.

Berkeley SkyDeck and Berkeley Space Center Join Forces for Air and Space Accelerator Track

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024
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Berkeley SkyDeck , a global hub for entrepreneurship and a leading accelerator, today announced that it has relaunched its Air and Space Track in collaboration with the recently-announced Berkeley Space Center at NASA Research Park (“Berkeley Space Center”).

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  • Berkeley SkyDeck , a global hub for entrepreneurship and a leading accelerator, today announced that it has relaunched its Air and Space Track in collaboration with the recently-announced Berkeley Space Center at NASA Research Park (“Berkeley Space Center”).
  • The Air and Space Track will also welcome three new chairs.
  • Abhi Tripathi currently serves as the Director of Mission Operations at the UC Berkeley Space Sciences Lab.
  • Our new partnership with Berkeley Space Center and the relaunched Air and Space Track is just the latest example of that ethos,” added Caroline Winnett, Executive Director of Berkeley SkyDeck.

Napa County Supervisor Belia Ramos Assumes ABAG Helm

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Friday, January 19, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) last night inaugurated Napa County Supervisor Belia Ramos as its new president and Berkeley Mayor Jesse Arreguín as Vice President of the regional planning agency and council of governments. Both will serve two-year terms.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) last night inaugurated Napa County Supervisor Belia Ramos as its new president and Berkeley Mayor Jesse Arreguín as Vice President of the regional planning agency and council of governments.
  • Ramos's ascension to the ABAG presidency marks the first time Napa County officials simultaneously have led both ABAG and its sibling organization, the Metropolitan Transportation Commission.
  • Napa County Supervisor Alfredo Pedroza has served as MTC Chair since 2021.
  • Ramos, who has served for the past four years as ABAG's Vice President, becomes only the second Napa County official to lead the Association.

The Sohagi Law Group's Margaret Sohagi, Nicole Gordon and R. Tyson Sohagi Recognized as 2024 Super Lawyers

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Environmental and land use law firm The Sohagi Law Group announced that all three of the firm's Partners, Nicole Gordon , R. Tyson Sohagi and Managing Partner Margaret Sohagi have been selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2024 Southern California Super Lawyers list.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Environmental and land use law firm The Sohagi Law Group announced that all three of the firm's Partners, Nicole Gordon , R. Tyson Sohagi and Managing Partner Margaret Sohagi have been selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2024 Southern California Super Lawyers list.
  • Annually, the lawyer rating service Super Lawyers recognizes no more than five percent of attorneys in each state.
  • This honor highlights lawyers from over 70 practice areas who have demonstrated exceptional professional achievements and garnered substantial peer recognition.
  • Nicole Gordon advises public agencies on complex environmental and land use matters at the administrative, trial, and appellate levels.

HCLTech to Drive Conversations and Collaboration on AI-First, Sustainable Future at WEF 2024

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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The company will contribute to deliberations on this year’s theme of “Rebuilding Trust” and discovering solutions with transparency, consistency and accountability.

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  • The company will contribute to deliberations on this year’s theme of “Rebuilding Trust” and discovering solutions with transparency, consistency and accountability.
  • HCLTech will once again host guests at its pavilion at the iconic Promenade 66 which will be fully powered by locally produced green energy, underscoring the company’s commitment to a sustainable planet.
  • This year, HCLSoftware makes its WEF debut with a dedicated lounge within the HCLTech pavilion.
  • HCLTech is conducting broadcast sessions at its pavilion on Jan. 16, 17 and 18, 13:00–13:45.

ORISE Report Shows Overall Number of Nuclear Engineering Degrees Decreases to Lowest Level in More Than a Decade

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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According to the report, the number of bachelor’s degrees awarded by nuclear engineering programs in 2021 dropped significantly from 2019 and rose slightly in 2022.

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  • According to the report, the number of bachelor’s degrees awarded by nuclear engineering programs in 2021 dropped significantly from 2019 and rose slightly in 2022.
  • The number of nuclear engineering master’s degrees awarded in 2022 increased by 20 percent from 2021 but is 16 percent lower than the number awarded in 2019.
  • The number of masters’ degrees awarded in 2019 was the highest number reported since 2016.
  • Texas A&M University had the largest number of nuclear engineering degrees awarded in 2021 and 2022 with 130 bachelor’s degrees, 52 master’s degrees and 34 doctorate degrees, followed by the University of Tennessee, University of Michigan and University of California, Berkeley.